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Forum: Beginners
01-11-2015, 08:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 895
Posted By Pilot Chad

It's been a long time.. But I wanna build

So I posted here years ago. I'm sure a couple of the guys remember me (Looking at you RCKen).

Anyhow. I've got the bug to build a plane. Not sure if I'll ever fly it, or if I'll just build it...
Forum: Beginners
10-15-2008, 02:16 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,085
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Field box with battery, or individual battery powered

Alright looks like i'll get individual glow starter. I think I still have the electric starter from before, as well as a hobbico 12v battery. So i think i'll stick to that.
Forum: Beginners
10-14-2008, 02:46 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,085
Posted By Pilot Chad

Field box with battery, or individual battery powered

Just curious where you guys stand on this. I know when I get back to flying, i'll need a new glow starter, and i already have an engine starter, but which do you prefer and why?

And i mean, get...
Forum: Beginners
10-12-2008, 01:13 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,417
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: 2nd Plane: OS 0.55 or 0.75

Have you considered different brands? OS may be known for reliability, but there are cheaper engines that are also reliable. I had a good experience with my Super Tigre G-51 back when i had it, and...
Forum: Beginners
10-10-2008, 08:59 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,262
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Small kit plane

Alright i'll keep that in mind. I gotta go through the garage when i go back home in a few weeks to see what i have available to build with.
Forum: Beginners
10-10-2008, 07:32 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,262
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Small kit plane

Hs 65's are nice, but that's a bit more than i'd prefer to spend on servos. I'm not looking at radios yet though. I still got a bit to worry about that.
Forum: Beginners
10-10-2008, 04:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,262
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Small kit plane

Curtis,
Thanks for the help. I think i'll keep the herr glow, because my good friend is a farmer who doesn't care if i fly out at his place over hundreds of acres of cotton. Back in 2006ish when...
Forum: Beginners
10-10-2008, 04:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,262
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Small kit plane

Alright so the new list:
CA (1oz)
30 minute epoxy
Pins (I forgot i needed them.[:@])


Bruce,
I'll check hobbytown out when i get the chance. I'm not on that side of town much during...
Forum: Beginners
10-10-2008, 01:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,262
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Small kit plane

Well I think i'm going to go with the herr kit. I think i'll just do an order from Tower as i have no clue where the LHS is here in auburn, and it'll be a bit cheaper.
What all should i order as...
Forum: Beginners
10-08-2008, 02:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,262
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Small kit plane

mr67,
I saw your video. I think this could be quite a fun plane.
Forum: Beginners
10-07-2008, 08:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,262
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Small kit plane

RcKen,
What do you think about this set up.
Sig Cloud ranger
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXZS57&P=0
TT .07 engine
...
Forum: Beginners
10-07-2008, 06:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,262
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Small kit plane

I didn't mean building on a wall Bruce, I meant i had an open wall to put a desk against.
Forum: Beginners
10-07-2008, 05:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,262
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Small kit plane

Bruce,
I know i have a jug or two of glow fuel in the garage, but i doubt it's any good for using now. I'll be starting from scratch. It's not a dorm room, it's an apartment. So it's the size of...
Forum: Beginners
10-07-2008, 04:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,262
Posted By Pilot Chad

Small kit plane

Well It's been quite some time since i've been around these parts. I don't even think i was in high school last time i was on here, and here i am in college. I come because the past 2 weeks i've...
Forum: Beginners
11-02-2007, 11:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,115
Posted By Pilot Chad

How do i fly planes?

Just wanted to know how i get started in RC? Is there a book or something i can read?
Forum: Beginners
07-03-2006, 09:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 495
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: New Midstar, first pics...

Looks nice.
Forum: Beginners
07-03-2006, 08:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,809
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Best way to start over.

Sorry for keeping asking questions, but has anyone flown the world models skyraider mach ii low wing?
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-03-2006, 08:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 858
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Help-Fiberglassing wing joint

Ok, thanks for the help. One last question.

When i put the plan up, after i glassed it, it was very smooth, and looked great. When i was looking at it just now, theres a ripple in the wing...
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-03-2006, 07:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 858
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Help-Fiberglassing wing joint

I am putting a 40LA on it, nothing big, i might even go down to a 25-35 sized engine, i'm not racing just a sport plane for me.

I got the wing joint glassed. The first layer was 5 oz and 4...
Forum: Kit Building
07-03-2006, 02:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,023
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Some building questions

Thanks for the move, i should've put it here in the first place.
Forum: Questions and Answers
07-03-2006, 01:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 858
Posted By Pilot Chad

Help-Fiberglassing wing joint

I went and got the fiberglass today for my wingjoint on my pylon racer that is almost complete, however, I need some help. How wide should i glass it on the wing joint, and should i go all the way...
Forum: Beginners
07-03-2006, 10:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,809
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Best way to start over.

Thanks for the help guys. Bubba is correct, i did run cars for a while, but now i'm back in planes, and thats what i meant.
Forum: Kit Building
07-03-2006, 10:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,023
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Some building questions

Bill,
I suppose it would be better to have it in kit building. My bad.
Forum: Beginners
07-02-2006, 11:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,809
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Best way to start over.

carrellh,
I was planning on some instructor time as well. Heres the 2 views of the whole thing

Me- Think i should get a low wing trainer like the one listed above, and then wait till about...
Forum: Kit Building
07-02-2006, 07:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,023
Posted By Pilot Chad

RE: Some building questions

Thanks alpine star, I'll work on getting it sanded tonight, and if i get enough done, i'll join it.
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